Tudor Pelagos 39 lug width

[Chronomatic]

Hi all!

I know the current Pelagos 39 has a lug width of 21mm but I just need to vent that it drives me crazy! I wish they did 20mm…It’s literally the only reason I haven’t bought one yet. I am hoping that they will change it in the next iteration (eg if they release it in blue etc) but I won’t hold my breath!

I’m probably in the minority here but I’m wondering if people agree.


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[ikincooper]

Originally Posted by Chronomatic

Hi all!

I know the current Pelagos 39 has a lug width of 21mm but I just need to vent that it drives me crazy! I wish they did 20mm…It’s literally the only reason I haven’t bought one yet. I am hoping that they will change it in the next iteration (eg if they release it in blue etc) but I won’t hold my breath!

I’m probably in the minority here but I’m wondering if people agree.


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Sure 21mm straps are not as common as 20mm but there are still plenty of options available. I wear mine on a NDC strap made from genuine French navy parachute elastic and think it looks great. Comes in a bracelet and with a rubber strap too.



Other than the reduced quantity of straps, what other issues are holding you back?


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[Wrathchild]

The 21mm isn’t too big of a deal.
New sub is the same. I like the wider look.

[Tambo19]

I totally understand, it can be frustrating when a watch doesn't have the lug width you prefer, its all about finding the perfect fit for your wrist.

[Chronomatic]

It’s a bit of a “cry me a river” situation I’m in as I have tons of 20mm straps and don’t want to repurchase a lot of them.


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[CarlOver]

Many watches have lug widths greater than 20mm. Exp II is 22mm, Sub is 21mm, Skydweller is 22mm. When looking at a watch, to me, wider lugs visually balance the watch. I’m not aware of any performance issues.

[sgerst1601]

Would not let that hold you back from picking one up. I got one about a month ago and it has not left my wrist. There are also some 21mm NATO options that are great (e.g. Bark and Jack, pictured below), but the bracelet is excellent. I have a few Rolexes and love them, but I enjoy wearing the Pelagos as much as anything with a crown on the dial. Just my two cents :) 0DB83CD0-BEF4-4F0F-AD48-AF5C0D821F92.jpeg

[Wrathchild]

Originally Posted by Chronomatic

It’s a bit of a “cry me a river” situation I’m in as I have tons of 20mm straps and don’t want to repurchase a lot of them.


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Amen

[Chronomatic]

Originally Posted by Wrathchild

Amen

I know it’s a “me” problem haha!


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[Chronomatic]

Originally Posted by sgerst1601

Would not let that hold you back from picking one up. I got one about a month ago and it has not left my wrist. There are also some 21mm NATO options that are great (e.g. Bark and Jack, pictured below), but the bracelet is excellent. I have a few Rolexes and love them, but I enjoy wearing the Pelagos as much as anything with a crown on the dial. Just my two cents :) Attachment 1413115

Man, it’s a looker!!


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[sierra11b]

Like with my new 40mm explorer, not a big deal because their bracelets are so great.

If you want a 21mm strap option search for one of the true canvas makers, get yourself a generic Ti buckle and have a killer set up.

I might do this eventually with my explorer, then use a generic polished deployant... There's plenty of high quality deployants available, some even branded by some big brands.

[waterman1]

Older DSSD is 21 lug width and I used 22mm natos for better balance. I have a couple 23mm natos for my 22’s
Try a 22 - you may not notice the 1mm difference.